Staff Metrology Engineer

CAT

Staff Metrology Engineer designing and developing test systems at Solar Turbines in San Diego. Collaborating to enhance product quality, efficiency, and reliability in manufacturing processes.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $77,264 - $115,896 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and resolve component-level, manufacturing, testing, and product operation issues, ensuring design acceptance and manufacturing readiness.
Implement and improve testing, development, and validation techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery.
Support the adoption of new technologies and process improvements using tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, LabVIEW, C#, and C++.
Plan, monitor, and improve MetCal procedures and operations to enhance reliability and efficiency.
Analyze data to assess machine performance, process capability, and overall system reliability.
Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver solutions aligned with business objectives and customer requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, resolve complex technical problems, and make sound engineering decisions.
Knowledge of metrology principles, calibration procedures, and test equipment.
Exposure to wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and basic programming.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools; Excel macros a plus.
Internship or prior experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with a strong sense of urgency.
Proven initiative in quality improvement, root-cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
Ability to work independently and deliver results on time.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement*

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Hard Skills & Tools

C#C++SolidWorksAutoCADLabVIEWmetrology principlescalibration procedurestest equipmentengineering drawingsroot-cause analysis

Soft Skills

strong verbal communicationstrong written communicationability to manage multiple prioritiesstrong sense of urgencyproven initiativeability to work independentlydeliver results on time